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About the course
The Graduate Diploma of Addictive Behaviours is offered in partnership with Turning Point, an internationally renowned clinical treatment, research and education centre located in Melbourne, Australia. This course provides you with a strong conceptual and theoretical foundation for understanding and responding to addictive behaviours. It draws on contemporary, evidence-based clinical practice and public health responses to addiction. Key topics covered include addiction science, epidemiology, public health and policy, addiction assessment, treatment and other support options.
Career outcome
Graduates can strengthen or move into roles supporting individuals, families and communities affected by substance use and behavioural addictions. The course prepares you to apply evidence-informed approaches across assessment, prevention, treatment and harm reduction, and to understand policy and service responses. Career pathways may include work in alcohol and other drugs services, community and mental health programs, public health and policy roles, and related clinical or support settings in addictive behaviours.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
